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    Protecting mental health in COVID-19 times

    Protecting mental health in COVID-19 times

    As nations slowly recover from the pandemic, we must ensure mental health impacts are taken into account. In fact, the effect of augmented stress in past epidemics and natural catastrophes has been proven to have long-term disastrous consequences. In this article, we explore the many underlying reasons for higher stress levels due to COVID-19 and how to approach this from both an individual and public health perspective.

    A solar-power gold rush is taking over Africa. How can we ensure hospitals & schools are not left behind?

    A solar-power gold rush is taking over Africa. How can we ensure hospitals & schools are not left behind?

    Solar energy seems to be the ideal solution to address Africa’s electrification challenge. Yet, while private investments in solar projects and companies are increasing in Sub-Saharan Africa, public facilities such as hospitals, schools or police stations seem to be left out of the current solar gold rush. Can blended finance bring a solution through coordinated public-private partnerships?